Article Contributed on: 5/22/2009 11:29:35 AM
Have you ever wondered who lives in the slate blue tri-level around the corner or in the apartment across the courtyard with that cute chihuahua named Chaz? It could be a Castle Rock 'n' Roller! Roller Derby has invaded Castle Rock and a league of 20 plus short-skirted, fishnetted, quad-skating women are introducing flat track roller derby to Douglas County. Their debut bout will be held on Friday, June 12, 2009 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds Events Center. Check out their
website for ticket details and season schedule.
In the meantime get to know your roller derby neighbor and be sure to tell her to "keep rockin'" when you see her in Safeway.
Derby Name:Val E Whacker
Derby Number:X23X
Derby Position:Blocker
Derby Hub:Lone Tree
How did you hear about the Castle Rock 'n' Rollers and what made you join?
Saw an article in the Lone Tree Voice newspaper. I have always been a skater and have always been interested in Derby.
If you have a derby name how did you get it or what does it mean to you?
My crazy uncle thought it up. It's a take off from my first name and rhymes with Tallywacker
What is your worst roller derby injury thus far?
Torn quad muscle from doing knee drops.
What are your two favorite things about derby?
Camaraderie with the women and the excitement.
What is your theme song?
"
Back in Black" (and Blue)
Where do you see the sport of Roller Derby in five years?
Bigger and better than ever! Can you say
Olympics????
What would you tell someone who doesn't know about derby to get them to come to a bout?
Derby is fun and exciting and a REAL sport! It takes a lot of athletic ability and the girls are hot in their fishnets!